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Beyond words: The experience of silence in the therapeutic room
No full textIt has been widely accepted that psychotherapeutic work consists of both verbal and non-verbal processes. This study set out to explore the experience of silence in the therapeutic room. Five practicing therapists participated in semi-structured interviews that aimed to explore the factors that affect silence in therapy. The participants were invited to reflect on their clinical work, personal development and attitudes towards the use of silence as a therapeutic intervention. The study found that the clinical practice and personal therapy were the two main factors that impact the experience of silence in the therapeutic work. The study also found that the therapists base their use of silence on the strength of the therapeutic alliance and the usefulness of it as an intervention
The transparent leader: Exploring the ethics and implications of group therapist self-disclosure
No full textThis dissertation focused on therapist self-disclosure in a group therapy setting. Therapist self-disclosure refers to any action on the part of the therapist which reveals personal information about him / herself. It has been suggested that the group therapist frequently comes under pressure to provide personal information or admissions of error. However, perspectives vary with regard to the need for, and appropriateness of, therapist self-disclosure. Moreover, there is a paucity of literature pertaining to group therapist self-disclosure. Where guidelines have been provided, there is a tendency to be vague. In order to explore this issue, the current dissertation examined ethical and theoretical perspectives (particularly relating to psychoanalysis) which have greatly influenced group work (e.g., that of Bion and Foulkes). Ultimately it has been argued that to engage in therapist self-disclosure is to obstruct the group's growth and potential for autonomy and self-cure. Therefore, striving for therapist anonymity, neutrality, and abstinence are recommended
Would you like something to help you sleep? stress, sleep, and personality in Irish nursing
Get PDFThe WHO has identified an impending global shortfall of 9 million nursing staff within the next decade. This research aims to investigate stress in the nursing profession with the intention of informing retention focused interventions in the nursing sector. Online surveys containing measures dealing with stress, sleep and personality were distributed via social media. A total of 362 valid responses were obtained. There was a significant relationship between stress and sleep which was mediated, in part, by respondents scores on a brief neuroticism scale. Future nursing retention interventions should focus on sleep hygiene and, ideally, would be personological catered for nurses at higher risk of turnover
An exploratory analysis of the role of mindfulness in decision-making
No full textDecision-making is a cognitive process with implications into psychological well-being. Mindfulness, in its turn, encompasses several cognitive processes that can potentially increase awareness of decision outcomes patterns and improve decision-making competency. This research proposed to analyse the relationship between mindfulness measured by the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale, and decision outcomes measured by the Decision Outcome Inventory, while also controlling for the reasoning ability assessed by the Relational Ability Index. The main aim was to identify if levels of mindfulness would be positively correlated with decision outcomes. Results did not indicate for a statistically significant correlation between the variables, concluding that levels of mindfulness collected from the sample population, is not correlated with their decision outcomes. It was neither considered to be statistically significant the relationship between levels of mindfulness and regular practice. The findings of this research are controversial. Future research is encouraged to test similar hypotheses using different measurements
Transformation to a data - driven company: success factors
No full textNowadays, most of the companies believe that a data – driven business model provides significant competitive advantages. The purpose of this research study is to identify the key success factors for transformation to a data – driven company. First, the main characteristics of a data - driven business and challenges emerging in the transformation were described. Then, the factors, that help to overcome these challenges and lead to a successful data – driven change, were identified based on the qualitative analysis of the data collected through five semi – structured interviews with the managers and data specialists who implemented such initiatives in their companies. The results include the factors related to people, processes, technology and data dimensions in the organizations. These factors can be used as guidelines for the broad range of the companies considering transformation to a data – driven business model and, also, as a reference point for further studies
A comparative study on machine learning and deep learning techniques for predicting big Mart item outlet sales
No full textThe goal of most businesses is to make profits. This is usually achieved by making more sales than expenses. Sales are the lifeblood of each, and every organization and sales forecasting play a critical role in conducting every business. Better forecasting helps to build and enhance business plans by growing awareness about the marketplace. This thesis discusses the question of projecting or forecasting big mart sales of an item on the potential demand of customers in various large mart stores across different locations and items based on the previous record. The thesis is aimed to provide a more accurate predictive model in the prediction of outlet item sales in Bigmart. This study seeks to compare the performance of the predictive models developed using machine learning and deep learning techniques. The predictive models were developed using the various algorithms, Support Vector Regression (SVR), Linear Regression (LR), Decision Tree Regression (DTr), Random Forest Regression (RFr) and the Artificial Neural Network (ANN). The results show the Mean Square Error and the Root Mean Square Error of the predictive models developed by the algorithms. The SVR, LR, DTr, RFr and the ANN had an MSE score of 1438556.03, 703286.11, 2600437.07, 1138681.59, and 691652.94, and RMSE score of 1199.40, 838.62, 1612.59, 1067.09 and 831.66 respectively. This study found the artificial neural network to performs better than the other algorithms in the prediction of outlet item sales in big marts. This thesis would aid big marts’ management on their decision as to the maximize items and outlets placement in other to provide a better customer experience which would, in turn, lead to increase in sales which are most likely to translate to increase in revenue and cause expansion of in the big mart business
Attachment at work: Increasing authenticity & wellbeing among Irish workers through attachment psychoeducation training
No full textThe aim of this study was to investigate the influence of attachment styles on authenticity and wellbeing in the context of work and to examine the efficacy of brief attachment-based psychoeducation on authenticity and wellbeing among workers in Ireland. Using a quasi-experimental design 44 full time workers in Ireland completed paper and online questionnaires 3 - 4 weeks apart. In the experimental group (N=26) a short attachment-based psychoeducational training was tested for its effect on work attachment, authenticity, perceived stress and job satisfaction. Results indicated a significant increase in authenticity among those who received attachment psychoeducation between surveys who also had significantly lower levels of perceived stress compared to the control group. There was a significant positive correlation between workers higher in secure work attachment with higher levels of authenticity and job satisfaction. In conclusion, findings show attachment psychoeducation has a significant positive effect on authenticity levels and wellbeing in workers
An exploration of the transference in play therapy for children with autism
No full textThe author of this dissertation is a school teacher working with children with autism and became interested in exploring the manner in which a play therapist might approach working with children with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD). The aim of this study is to examine transference, interpretation and symbolic play in order to gain a deeper insight into the workings of play therapy for children with ASD. Due to the growing number of children being diagnosed with ASD, it was necessary to carry out an up-to-date review of the literature in relation to these psychotherapeutic concepts as the current research appears to focus predominantly on neurotypical children. It was established that transference, symbolic play and interpretation have a vital role in play therapy for children with ASD, when managed appropriately. While the different approaches to treatment were considered, it was learned that the most optimal approach will be the one that meets the needs of the individual child and a ‘one size fits all’ approach does not exist when working with children with ASD. However, much of the research does highlight the importance of involving the parents in the process which has been proven to assist with the child’s therapeutic growth and development. For this reason, it is believed that an integrative approach that acknowledges the workings of transference, that utilises appropriate interpretation and that promotes the child to engage in symbolic play in a safe environment at a pace that suits the child may be the most effective approach when engaging in play therapy for children with ASD
Analysing and comparing the impact of online and offline marketing strategies in generating customer retention and attraction- A closer study over Puma, UK
No full textThe study is conducted to understand the impact of online and offline marketing strategies in
increasing consumer retention and attracting clients by evaluating the marketing strategies of
PUMA. Online mode of marketing is rapidly being adopted by marketers to increase brand
value and consumer reach. Owing to its cost-effectiveness, quick response, better customer
relationship management and evolving creativity, the brands are investing major portions of
their marketing budget for online resources. However, the companies are facing numerable
issues with the modern approach and implementing a blend of the offline and online marketing
mix for greater efficiency.
Literature review section will highlight the concept and different aspects of both online and
offline marketing strategies and its impact on PUMA. The study will use relativist Philosophy,
deductive approach and the exploratory research design to collect primary as well as secondary
information.
Mixed method of analysis is done to understand the aspects of both online and offline
marketing strategies. Survey was done with 75 respondents and interview was done with two
functional managers, 2 frontline managers and one general manager of Puma. Ethical
considerations were maintained for fair analysis of the study. The data will be analysed, and
further recommendations will be made in the last chapter